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James Hetfield doesnt want Metallica to be a “legacy band”

Thursday, October 10 by Lakes Media Music News

James Hetfield doesn't want Metallica to be a "legacy band."Speaking on the latest episode of The Metallica Report podcast, Hetfield shares that he feels "confidence" going into the 2025 leg of 'Tallica's M72 tour after songs off their latest album, 2023's 72 Seasons,... Read More.

Metallica announces $100K donation toward Hurricane Helene relief

Friday, October 4 by Lakes Media Music News

Metallica has announced a donation of $100,000 in support of those affected by Hurricane Helene.Through their All Within My Hands charity foundation, the metal legends are sending $50,000 to World Central Kitchen, which is providing hot meals to those in need, and $50,000 to Team... Read More.

Metallica announces 2025 M72 tour dates

Thursday, September 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Metallica's M72 tour will be stretching into 2025.The metal legends have announced another North American leg of their worldwide trek, kicking off April 12 at the Sick New World Festival in Las Vegas. The outing concludes June 29 in Denver, and will feature a... Read More.

Metallica selling Ride the Lighting-inspired electric chair figure

Monday, September 9 by Lakes Media Music News

If you're looking for a new addition to your spooky season decorations, Metallica is hoping their newest piece of merch will "spark" some interesting conversation.The metal legends are selling a figure replica of the electric chair from the cover artwork of their 1984 sophomore album, Ride... Read More.

Metallica debuts unseen Cliff Burton photos in new “(Anesthesia) – Pulling Teeth” video

Tuesday, September 3 by Lakes Media Music News

Metallica has premiered a new video for their Kill 'Em All instrumental "(Anesthesia) – Pulling Teeth," featuring previously unpublished photos of late bassist Cliff Burton."We recently acquired hundreds of photos shot by late photographer Russ Marino in Detroit and Chicago in 1985 and 1986," Metallica explains.... Read More.

Metallica honors fan who died during Edmonton show

Thursday, August 29 by Lakes Media Music News

Metallica has shared a statement in honor of a fan who died during the band's recent concert in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.In an Instagram caption alongside a photo of the fan, named Lorne, the metal legends write, "Friday night, August 23rd, in Edmonton... Read More.

Metallica fans are still turning down free Snake Pit passes

Monday, August 26 by Lakes Media Music News

During the first U.S. leg of their M72 tour in 2023, Metallica uploaded a video of fans being offered free passes to the exclusive Snake Pit section of the crowd, only to turn them down without realizing what they were... Read More.

On This Day, Aug. 13, 1994: Aerosmith & Metallica headline day two of Woodstock ’94

Tuesday, August 13 by Lakes Media Music News

On This Day, Aug. 13, 1994 ...Aerosmith headlined the second day of Woodstock ’94, a three-day festival to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the original Woodstock.Originally billed as "2 More Days of Peace and Music," the festival was... Read More.

Metallica announces 2024 Helping Hands benefit concert

Monday, July 22 by Lakes Media Music News

Metallica has announced the return of their 2024 Helping Hands benefit concert.The fourth edition of the biannual event will take place Dec. 13 at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles. Jimmy Kimmel will host, and Metallica teases the night will... Read More.

Enter Hetfield: See photos of Metallica frontman in upcoming The Thicket movie

Friday, July 12 by Lakes Media Music News

We have our first preview of Metallica's James Hetfield in his role in the upcoming Western movie The Thicket.The entertainment company Tubi has shared first-look photos from the film, including one of Hetfield in character while sporting a cowboy hat and... Read More.

Metallica announces M72 Weekend Takeover events for US dates

Wednesday, July 10 by Lakes Media Music News

Metallica has announced the return of the Weekend Takeover events for the upcoming U.S. leg of their M72 world tour.Various 'Tallica-related festivities will take place around each city on the outing, including pop-up shops, film festivals, and performances by the bands Bastardane and OTTTO,... Read More.

Metallica shares video of live “Am I Evil?” performance with Diamond Heads Brian Tatler

Wednesday, July 3 by Lakes Media Music News

Metallica has shared official video capturing their live collaboration with Brian Tatler of the English metal band Diamond Head.Tatler joined the "Enter Sandman" outfit during a June show in Oslo, Norway, for a performance of the Diamond Head song "Am I Evil?" At the... Read More.